
"I predict that Kasper and Feller will become a standard reference on holography for students and interested laymen." — James A. Van Allen.For most nonscientists, holograms are an intriguing — if not mesmerizing — mystery. How are these seemingly magical images created and what makes them appear to be three-dimensional? This fascinating book not only offers the answers to these and other questions...
Series: Dover Recreational Math
Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Dover Publications (July 10, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9780486415802
ISBN-13: 978-0486415802
ASIN: 0486415805
Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 0.5 x 9 inches
Amazon Rank: 445441
Format: PDF ePub Text djvu ebook
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After taking some classes from Dr. Steve Feller, I got interested in holograms. Dr. Feller does offer a class about Holography, but I could not take it due to class scheduling conflict. That being said after reading the book I was very surprised to s...
graphy — it even gives step-by-step instructions so that readers can manufacture their own holograms.Written in a lively, stimulating style, The Complete Book of Holograms provides a thorough, easy-to-understand explanation of the theory and science of making holograms. The physical basis of holography is introduced through a discussion of interference patterns in water waves and in light waves. Without complicated mathematics or physics, the authors explain the two models of holography — the geometric and the more complex zone-plate model — and the several different types of holograms, including transmission, reflection, phase, projection, rainbow, multiplex, and others. They explain how to copy holograms; describe special techniques and applications; and discuss potential uses for holography, including the use of holograms in movies, television, and data storage. They also present some basic setups for making holograms and show readers how to create their own — using little more than simple photographic equipment and an inexpensive laser. Two appendixes give advice on laser safety and list sources of material and further information.